© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Obol - Charles II Laon
| Silver | 0.85 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of West Francia (Carolingian Empire) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II the Bald (843-877) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 864-875 |
| Value | 1 Obol (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound (840-987) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.85 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#342752 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with pellets in quarters in a beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ LVGDVNO CLΛ
Translation: Laon.
Comment
There are varieties in engraving and legends.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a means of payment for goods and services during the reign of Charles II in the Kingdom of West Francia, which was a significant trading power in Europe during the Carolingian Empire. Despite its small weight of 0.85 grams, the coin held significant value and played an important role in facilitating economic transactions during that time.
